Meatball Recipes

Whether served as part of an appetizer spread or atop a giant plate of spaghetti, these recipes for meatballs show you several yummy ways to prepare the meaty staple.

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    Instant Pot Meatballs

    Easy to make and packed with flavor, these Instant Pot meatballs will always be welcome on the table.

    Eggplant Meatballs

    These vegetarian eggplant meatballs transform the humble eggplant into savory, Italian-inspired bites packed with herbs and cheese. Simmer them in...


    Turkey Feta Meatballs

    These turkey meatballs are healthy, packed with flavor — and fiber! They're also incredibly moist. A combination of fresh and...


    Lentil Meatballs

    Hearty and herb-packed, these vegetarian lentil meatballs are a delicious twist on a classic comfort food.


    French Onion Meatballs

    2 reviews

    French onion meatballs are a soul-warming pan of ground beef in caramelized onion sauce with all the flavor—and melty cheese...

    Greek Chicken Meatballs

    Indulge in Mediterranean flavors with our recipe for juicy Greek chicken meatballs. They're made with garlic, fresh herbs and feta...


    Air-Fryer Meatballs

    Crispy, juicy and ready in thirty minutes, air-fryer meatballs are a versatile meal that can be paired with everything from...


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    Vegan Meatballs

    Serve these hearty vegan meatballs with spaghetti and marinara sauce for a quick, healthy dinner.


    Meaty Wild Rice Meatballs in Cranberry Sauce

    1 review

    We celebrate Indigenous People's Day in October. Native Americans in Minnesota have been harvesting wild rice for several hundred years....


    Polish Meatballs with Sour Cream Sauce

    1 review

    My Grandma was of Polish ancestry and it was tradition that she would make her famous Polish meatballs for almost...


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    29 Meatball Appetizers to Get the Party Rolling

    Need a savory way to start your next party? These appetizer meatballs are just the recipes you need to keep...


    Baked Chicken Meatballs

    5 reviews

    Our recipe for baked chicken meatballs will quickly become a staple. These tender meatballs are super simple to make and...


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    How to Make Baked Meatballs

    Wondering what the secret is to making gorgeous, tender baked meatballs in a cinch? Our easy meatball recipe shows you...

    Fig and Goat Cheese Air-Fried Meatballs

    Around the holidays, saucy cocktail meatballs are always the first appetizer from the buffet to be eaten. In this dish,...


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    Our Pros Found the Best Frozen Meatballs You Can Buy

    For this blind taste test, we searched high and low for the best frozen meatballs you can find at the...


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    Polpette

    14 reviews

    These polpette are simple meatballs infused with an Italian grandma's love and simmered in a light tomato sauce. Serve them...


    Bola-Bola

    Bola-bola are crispy, fried Filipino pork meatballs that will be a winner at any gathering. Serve them with a sweet,...


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    Albondigas Soup

    This traditional Mexican recipe is made with small spiced meatballs and a rich tomato broth. Load each bowl of albondigas...


    Kofta Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Kofta meatballs are made with tender ground lamb and bold herbs and spices, including parsley, mint, cumin and paprika. Serve...


    Feta-Stuffed Kibbeh with Harissa

    There are countless versions of this delicious dish throughout the Middle East. This is our adaptation. You can substitute ground...


    Plum Pork Spicy Meatballs with Bok Choy and Zucchini

    1 review

    I am a huge fan of sweet, salty and spicy, and now I'm trying to make healthier choices. This recipe...


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    Keto Air-Fryer Meatballs

    3 reviews

    This keto air-fryer meatballs recipe upgrades the common meatball with keto-friendly ingredients in a lovely, creamy tomato-based sauce. Cooking the...

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    Meatballs

    20 reviews

    Our baked meatball recipe shows you how to whip up this delicious comfort food quickly and easily.


    Game-Day Thai Chicken Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Make these tasty Thai meatballs for an unexpected game-day snack. Made with ground chicken for a neutral protein, they'll be...


    Fig and Goat Cheese Meatballs

    Around the holidays, saucy cocktail meatballs are always the first appetizer to go. In this dish, the sweet flavor of...


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    Chicken Piccata Meatballs

    21 reviews

    Tangy, zesty and rich, these chicken piccata meatballs conjure up everything that's good about the classic dish, but in a...


    Sweet and Spicy Air-Fryer Meatballs

    1 review

    I am always on a quest for meatballs that pack a sweet and savory punch. These air-fryer meatballs are a...


    Keto Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Going keto doesn't mean giving up the recipes you love, and these Keto Meatballs are a great example. Ditch the...